VeterinaryNsaids & Pain Relief

Carprofen

Composition

Doloryl Vet 100 mg: Each bolus contains Carprofen USP 100 mg.
Doloryl Vet 500 mg: Each bolus contains Carprofen USP 500 mg.

Description

Doloryl Vet (carprofen) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) possessing anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic properties. Carprofen acts by inhibiting the cyclooxygenase (COX) enzyme. A single dose has been shown to reduce prostaglandin E2 production and inflammatory exudate, alongside the inhibition of leukotriene B4.

Indications

Cattle:

Doloryl Vet is indicated for the treatment of fever, pain, and inflammatory diseases, as well as acute infectious respiratory disease and acute mastitis as supportive therapy.
The formulation is additionally used for managing synovitis, bursitis, arthritis, tendinitis, sprains, twists, and traumatic injuries.

Dosage & Administration

Route of Administration: Oral administration only.

Cattle: 2 mg/kg body weight once daily.
Horses: 0.7 mg/kg body weight once daily for up to 4–9 days.
Dogs: 2–4 mg/kg body weight daily in divided doses for 7 days, then 2 mg once daily.
Sheep: 4 mg/kg body weight once daily.
Birds & Reptiles: 1–4 mg/kg body weight once daily.

For postoperative pain control: Provide approximately 2 hours before the procedure.

Or as directed by the registered Veterinarian.

Interaction

With Medicine: Carprofen should not be administered simultaneously with other NSAIDs or any other Corticosteroids. With feed & other: Not known

Contraindications

Animals with cardiac, renal, or hepatic disease; where there is the possibility of gastrointestinal ulceration or bleeding, hypersensitivity to the drug; treatment with other NSAIDs concurrently or within 24 hours; racehorses prior racing; pregnant mares.

Side Effects

Common side effects: Prolonged use may cause gastrointestinal lesions, inappetence, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Rare side effects: None reported.

Pregnancy & Lactation

The safety of Carprofen in pregnant and lactating animals has not been established. However, risk and necessity should be considered during administration of this medicine in pregnant and lactating animals.

Precautions & Warnings

Caution with use in animals less than 6 weeks of age or aged animals; avoid use in dehydrated, hypovolaemic or hypotensive patients; avoid concurrent, potentially nephrotoxic drugs.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a dry place. Protect from direct sunlight. Keep all medicines out of reach of children.

Withdrawal Period

Meat: Must not be consumed for 21 days, and Milk: Must not be consumed for 0 days after administration.

* Administer strictly as prescribed by a registered doctor or healthcare practitioner.
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